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Philodendron

Philodendron is a large genus of foliage plants consisting of 489 species. It belongs to the Araceae family (aroid family). Only the Anthurium genus is larger.

Anthuriums are either climbers or crawlers. Some well-known climbers are the Hearleaf Philodendron, Philodendron erubescens, and Philodendron Brazil.

Crawling Philodendrons such as Philodendron gloriosum, Philodendron pastazanum, and Philodendron mamei have rhizomes that crawl along the forest floor.

Philodendron Care Guides

Philodendron Squamicaule

Philodendron Squamicaule Care — What You Should Know

Philodendron Squamicaule is a Hemi-epiphytic species that is endemic to Panama, Nicaragua, Ecuador, and Colombia.  The Latin word Squamicaule stands for ‘scaly stem,’ referring to the salmon pink petioles with…

Philodendron Asplundii

Philodendron Asplundii Plant Care — Best Tips!

Today, we discuss the unique Philodendron Asplundii — a truly exquisite-looking plant that is not commonly seen in houseplant owners’ homes.  Although the plant has special needs and requirements to…

Philodendron Dodsonii

Philodendron Dodsonii Care — Best Tips!

Philodendron Dodsonii is a native to Ecuador, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama. It’s a part of the vast Philodendron genus  This Philodendron has lush foliage with stunning dark green color…

Philodendron Lehmannii

Philodendron Lehmannii Care – Great Tips!

Philodendron Lehmannii is yet another stunning variety of Philodendrons that is known for the elongated foliage it bears.  The plant has long, gorgeously green, and glossy leaves that won’t go…

Philodendron Furcatum Care

Philodendron Furcatum Care — All You Need to Know!

Any Philodendron is an attractive addition to your home, living room, patio, or garden. Today’s plant ‘Philodendron Furcatum’ is a perfect example of the global popularity of Philodendrons. You can…

Philodendron Stenolobum

Philodendron Stenolobum Care – A Must-Read Guide

With hundreds of flowering plant varieties, Philodendrons belong to a diverse plant genus. These no-fail plants are a common addition to every living room, greenhouse, landscape, and container garden.  Philodendron…

Philodendron Imperial Red Care

Philodendron Imperial Red Care – A Complete Guide

Philodendron Imperial Red care. The latest gardening trend, particularly among home growers, is compact tropical evergreens. Several seasoned gardeners and even first-timers want to grow Philodendron erubescens “Imperial Red” and…

Philodendron Rojo Congo

Philodendron “Rojo Congo” Fail-Proof Care Guide

Philodendron “Rojo Congo” is a unique cultivar hybridized in Florida, in keeping with the growing trend amongst home gardeners for tropical aroids suitable for indoor growing. They are very attractive…

Philodendron Prince of Orange Updated

Philodendron “Prince of Orange” Care Made Easy

(image credits, IG: plantsofkelsey)   Philodendron “Prince of Orange” is a stunning thing of beauty in the world of philodendrons. It belongs to the large Araceae family of tropical forest dwellers….

Philodendron Majesty Care

Philodendron Majesty Care – Best Secrets!

(image credits, IG:willialwilai) Philodendron Majesty is one of the rare, dark leaf hybrids deriving from the Philodendron family. It is not known who hybridized this plant, but it was named…

Philodendron Black Cardinal Care

Philodendron Black Cardinal Care Guide

Philodendrons are a tropical plant species with dramatic leaves, whose low maintenance needs make them well suited to be houseplants. The Black Cardinal differs from the traditional heartleaf varieties with…

Philodendron Ring of Fire

Philodendron Ring of Fire Care

(image credits, IG: phoebeky_plants) One of the most sought-after Philodendrons is the exceptional ‘Philodendron Ring of Fire.’ The beautiful plant does not have two, three, or even four colors; it…

Philodendron Xanadu

How to Grow and Care for Philodendron Xanadu

(image credits, IG: valurcons) Philodendron xanadu has recently been reclassified to Thaumatophyllum xanadu. This houseplant has an enormous spread (up to 6 feet wide (182cm) ). It grows fast and…

Philodendron Warszewiczii Plant Care

Philodendron Warszewiczii – #1 Care Guide

The exotic Philodendron warszewiczii is native to the pacific coast of Central Americas along Mexico, El Salvator, Nicaragua and Honduras. According to the Global Biodiversity Information Facility, the species occurs…

Philodendron Lacerum Plant Care

Philodendron Lacerum Care – #1 Growing Tips

Philodendrons have been a staple houseplant for decades, decorating homes, schools, offices, and libraries worldwide. Known for their hardiness and low maintenance, philodendrons of all kinds were collected and passed…

Philodendron El Choco Red

Philodendron El Choco Red Care Essentials

Philodendron el choco red is a climbing Aroid with velvety leaves. The leaves start out with a striking red abaxial leaf surface that is somewhat fading once the leaves mature….

Philodendron cordatum

Philodendron Cordatum Care – How To Guide

(image credits, IG: rexandplantfriends) On today’s menu: the Philodendron cordatum, a rare philodendron not many people know about.  Before we get into it, I would like to mention that the…

Philodendron Verrucosum x Melanochrysum

Philodendron Verrucosum x Melanochrysum Care

(image credits, IG: urbanleaf22) The Philodendron verrucosum x melanochrysum is a pretty cool hybrid plant. It creates leaves with bright white or bright green veins. With the right care and…

Philodendron Lupinum

Philodendron Lupinum Care – A Growers Guide

(image credit, IG: tropicalplantsparadise) If you are a plant connoisseur like us, this plant will get you excited. The Philodendron lupinum offers you insight into what life actually looks like…

Philodendron Nagaritense

Philodendron Nangaritense – Fail-Safe Care

(image credits, IG: the.greenbubble) Have you heard of a garden ornamental being grown for its petioles more than anything else? Well, Philodendron nangaritense is that plant. It is a very…

Philodendron Elegans

Philodendron Elegans Care Guide

(image credit, IG: plantfilledapartment) Finger-Leaf Philodendrons are widely grown and admired in all parts of the world. Philodendron Elegans or Skeleton Key Philodendron is a rare aroid that originates from…

Philodendron Martianum Plant Care

Philodendron Martianum – #1 Care Hacks

By now you know that my favourite part of the outdoor garden is north east side where I have my aroid grove. A monstrous specimen of Swiss Cheese Plant creeps up…

Philodendron Patriciae

Philodendron Patriciae Care – Top Tips Revealed

(image credit IG: @aceplunt) It’s entirely possible that behind your interest in Philodendron Patriciae, there were encouraging factors like its magnificent leaves or intense color. Or perhaps you randomly stumbled…

Philodendron Pertusum

Philodendron Pertusum Care – #1 Best Tips!

Todays’s article is about Philodendron Pertusum, also known as the Swiss Cheese plant or Monstera Deliciosa because of its huge leaves with holes. Philodendron Pertusum is its old name for…

Philodendron Laciniatum

Philodendron Laciniatum Care from Start to Finish

Philodendron Laciniatum plants have large green leaves and red petioles. Native to the Venezuela and Brazil, these Phil’s are often confused with other Philodendron’s when they are juvenile. There are…

Philodendron Goeldii

Philodendron Goeldii Care Guide for Experts

Philodendron Goeldii is also known as Finger Leaf that belongs to the family Thaumatophyllum Spruceanum. Philodendron Goeldii is a gorgeous plant that has star-shaped leaves that create a tropical impression…

Philodendron Sharoniae

Philodendron Sharoniae Care in a Nutshell

Philodendron Sharoniae is an incredible aroid altogether. The green, ridge-patterned leaves make it utterly amazing for this aroid. This Philodendron will grow out of a big vivarium and works well…

Philodendron panduriforme plant care

Philodendron Panduriforme Plant Care: Here’s What Matters

The Philodendron panduriforme plant is often confused with the Philodendron bipennifolium. This is because both plants produce fun arrowhead-shaped leaves. The Philodendron panduriforme plant needs well-draining soil. You want bright…

Philodendron Radiatum Care

Philodendron Radiatum Care from A to Z

Philodendron Radiatum (Fil-oh-DEN-dron Rad-ee-AY-tum) is famous for its leaves that instantly give a tropical look. Sometimes referred to as Split Leaf Climber, you can grow this beauty both inside and…

Philodendron Tortum

Philodendron Tortum Care – From A to Z

Philodendron Tortum is also called Philodendron Bipinattifidum. It is an evergreen plant that belongs to the Arum family. Originally from tropical parts of America, Philodendron Tortum grows well in warm…

Bloody Mary Philodendron

Bloody Mary Philodendron Care – Top Tips

When it comes to picking houseplants, Bloody Mary Philodendrons are one of the top choices. They are grown for their stunning foliage. The juvenile leaves give off a burgundy color,…

Philodendron Crassinervium Plant Care

Philodendron Crassinervium Best Care Hacks

This article is for all of the philodendron lovers that want to add less popular plants to their collection. The Philodendron Crassinervium is an evergreen perennial native and even endemic…

Philodendron Mexicanum

Philodendron Mexicanum – A Complete Care Guide

Home gardeners looking for plants that are rare, exotic, and yet easy-maintenance should definitely grow Philodendron Mexicanum. It is a perennial, evergreen, climbing variety perfect for apartments and offices. The…

Philodendron Plowmanii Plant Care

Philodendron Plowmanii #1 Best Care Hacks!

Some of us love bushy houseplants with clusters of tiny leaves, while others like growing plants with large leaves. Today we are discussing a rare crawling Philodendron, Philodendron plowmanii. This…

Philodendron mamei

Philodendron Mamei Care – #1 Complete Guide

The magnificent Philodendron mamei is a tropical perennial creeping plant that grows as ground cover and sometimes creeps up trees true to its epiphytic nature. It has big green heart-shaped…

Philodendron Atabapoense

Philodendron Atabapoense Care – How To Succeed

Today we are discussing another beautiful houseplant, Philodendron Atabapoense. This is a rare, climbing, and vining Philodendron. This plant is native to the Southern region of Venezuela and the Amazonian…

Philodendron Painted Lady Care

Philodendron Painted Lady – #1 Best Care Tips

Painted Lady is a variegated climbing Philodendron. It’s a favorite for Philodendron collectors. According to the University of Florida, this Philodendron species is a hybrid of two-parent Philodendrons, P. Erubescens…

Philodendron Squamiferum

Philodendron Squamiferum Care – How to Rock it!

Philodendron Squamiferum or the ‘hairy’ Philodendron is a relatively rare species of the Philodendron family. Famous for its red hairs, botanically known as pubescence, the Philodendron Squamiferum is an aroid…

Philodendron giganteum with its gigantic leaves

Philodendron Giganteum #1 Care Instructions

  How to identify a Philodendron giganteum It helps to know how to identify a Philodendron giganteum because there are a few different large philodendron varieties out there with different…

Philodendron Bipennifolium

Philodendron Bipennifolium – #1 Care Gudie

The Philodendron bipennifolium plant is also known as the Horsehead Philodendron or the Fiddleleaf Philodendron. The Philodendron bipennifolium has basic care needs. It requires indirect sunlight, an average watering schedule,…

Philodendron Burle Marx Plant Care

Philodendron Burle Marx – #1 Best Care Tips

Philodendron Burle Marx plant is named after Roberto Burle Marx. Burle Marx was the first architect to use native plants in modern landscape designs. The Philodendron Burle Marx’s care (Philodendron…

Philodendron Florida Ghost

Philodendron Florida Ghost #1 Care Guide

The Philodendron Florida ghost (Philodendron pedatum) comes from the plant family Araceae. The unique plant is an evergreen hybrid and it’s a vine climber. In fact, the name “Philodendron” means…

Philodendron Melanochrysum Care

Philodendron Melanochrysum Care – #1 Best Guide

The Philodendron melanochrysum is a beautiful tropical plant. It doesn’t get the credit it deserves. Or the attention it deserves. The dark green (almost black) crystalline leaves show a bright…

Philodendron Verrucosum

Philodendron Verrucosum – Best Care Hacks

Philodendron verrucosum is a colorful Philodendron with velvety leaves. It is a hemiepiphyte that starts its life as a seed growing in the canopy of trees and  is eventually reaching…

Philodendron Gloriosum Care

Philodendron Gloriosum Care – #1 Best Guide

Philodendron gloriosum care. Philodendron gloriosum is a tropical plant with velvety green leaves that are heartleaf-shaped with pale to striking white veins. The plant belongs to the Araceae or Aroid…

Philodendron Spiritus Sancti

Philodendron Spiritus Sancti Care – #1 Best Guide

Philodendron Spiritus Sancti is still the holy grail of plant ownership. If you think Monstera Obliqua and Monstera adansonii Variegata are rare, hard to get, and expensive, Philodendron Spiritus Sancti…

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